Injectable Treatments · Apgujeong, Seoul

Cinderella Injections in Apgujeong & Cheongdam, Gangnam, Seoul

Korea's well-known alpha-lipoic acid and vitamin drip, offered honestly as a supportive glow treatment.

Quick answer

Every plan at Oaro Dermatology Clinic begins with a 1:1 skin diagnosis by a board-certified dermatologist, so the dose, device settings and session count are set for your skin rather than a template. Meet our doctors or ask about your own skin .

At a glance

Overview

What is the Cinderella injection?

The Cinderella injection is a nickname, not a product. In Korea it refers to an intravenous drip whose main ingredient is alpha-lipoic acid (thioctic acid), an antioxidant that the body makes in small amounts and that helps regenerate vitamins C and E. Clinics often add vitamin C, B-complex and sometimes glutathione. The name comes from its popularity as a quick pick-me-up before a party or photoshoot; it is sold with promises of glow, slimming and energy that go beyond what the evidence supports.

Alpha-lipoic acid has been studied for nerve health in diabetes and as a general antioxidant. For skin, the plausible benefit is a reduction in oxidative stress, which may help the complexion look fresher during a series. It will not dissolve fat, remove pigment or replace sleep. We offer it because patients ask for it by name, and we describe it as supportive wellness care rather than a transformation.

How Cinderella injections work at Oaro

At Oaro Dermatology Clinic in Apgujeong, Seoul, the Cinderella drip is part of our IV therapy program. A board-certified dermatologist screens you for allergies, thyroid conditions, diabetes medication and pregnancy, then sets the dose, usually 300–600 mg of alpha-lipoic acid in saline with vitamins. The drip runs for 20–30 minutes in a private room, and visitors to Seoul often book it the day before an event or on the same visit as an Aquapeel or a LED light therapy session for a short-term glow. Compare it with the whitening cocktail and other drips on the injectable treatments hub. Written aftercare and a care notebook entry are provided as with every treatment.

Why patients choose Oaro

• Diagnosis and treatment by a board-certified dermatologist, not a technician
• Genuine devices and products: Ultherapy, Thermage FLX, Helios Pico, Rejuran, Juvelook
• One treatment plan, written down, with aftercare and follow-up
• Private 1:1 rooms in Cheongdam Tower, 8 minutes from Apgujeong Rodeo Station
• English-friendly coordination and clear, itemised pricing

Treatment goals

Common goals for Cinderella injections

A fresher look before an event

A short antioxidant drip chosen a day or two before a wedding, shoot or reunion.

Recovery after travel or late nights

Patients arriving in Seoul from long flights use it to feel less drained.

Antioxidant support during skin programs

Combined with brightening or hydration treatments as a supporting step.

Your visit

What to expect

1. Consultation & diagnosis

A dermatologist reviews your health history and goals, explains realistically what the drip can and cannot do, and confirms the ingredients.

2. The infusion

An IV line is placed in the arm and the drip runs for 20–30 minutes. A faint metallic taste or mild warmth is normal.

3. Aftercare & follow-up

No downtime. Single sessions need no follow-up; for a series, visits are weekly with a check on how you feel.

Cost guide

Cinderella injection cost in Seoul

The Cinderella drip is among the more affordable IV options in Apgujeong. Price rises when glutathione or higher vitamin doses are added.

Exact pricing is confirmed at consultation after examination.

Aftercare

Aftercare

• Keep the plaster on for an hour and avoid heavy lifting with that arm today.
• Eat normally; alpha-lipoic acid is better tolerated with food in the stomach.
• Report any rash, nausea or dizziness to the clinic.
• Diabetic patients should monitor blood sugar, as lipoic acid may lower it slightly.
• Keep up sunscreen and sleep; the drip supports, it does not substitute.

Medically reviewed by

Dr. Chang-hyun Kim, M.D.

Board-certified dermatologist and Representative Director of Oaro Dermatology Clinic, Cheongdam. Ulthera Certified Treatment Provider, Thermage FLX Master Certified, and full member of the Korean Dermatological Association, the Korean Society for Dermatologic Laser and the Korean Filler Society.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Does the Cinderella injection help you lose weight?

No reliable evidence supports weight loss from alpha-lipoic acid drips. We do not offer it for slimming.

What is in a Cinderella drip?

Alpha-lipoic acid, usually with vitamin C and B vitamins; some clinics add glutathione. Your dermatologist confirms the exact mix.

Is it safe?

Generally yes with doctor screening. It is avoided in pregnancy, thiamine deficiency and with certain thyroid or diabetes medications.

How soon will I notice anything?

Some people feel refreshed the same day; skin effects, if any, are subtle and build over a series.

Can I combine it with the whitening cocktail?

Yes, the two overlap and are often merged into one drip; your dermatologist adjusts the doses.

Explore related care

Often considered together

• Injectable Treatments — the full injectable and IV menu at Oaro
• Whitening Cocktail Injections — glutathione-led brightening drip
• Antioxidant Injections — broader antioxidant blends
• IV Therapy — how we screen and plan drips
• Aquapeel — same-day glow treatment for the skin surface
• Contact & Booking — book a visit in Apgujeong

Private 1:1 consultation

Plan your treatment with a board-certified dermatologist in Apgujeong

Tell us what you would like to change, and we will examine your skin, explain the options and give you a written plan with clear pricing. English-speaking coordinators are available for international patients.